Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technician

HVAC Technician

The Washington Military Department is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to join our construction and facilities team, located at Camp Murray, WA. This position plays an important role in maintaining comfortable, efficient, and safe building environments for our employees and the public. If you are a dependable HVAC Technician professional who takes pride in quality work, we encourage you to apply! This position works under the general supervision of the Maintenance Mechanic 4 and is a fully qualified HVAC Technician responsible for performing journey level maintenance work required to accomplish all phases of building maintenance and construction work. This is a civilian position and does not require military service affiliation.

Responsibilities include:

• Journey-level HVAC work in the completion of assigned preventive maintenance, maintenance and repair, and non-repair efforts.
• HVAC control management through the National Guard Bureau (NGB) Energy Management Control System (EMCS).
• Provide HVAC review of construction plans, equipment, and controls on remodels, upgrades, and/or new construction.
• Assist grounds and custodial crews as assigned.

Required qualifications include:

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in refrigeration or steamfitter trades, OR
• Full journey level status in Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Union, OR
• Five years of experience in refrigeration and/or steamfitter's trade, OR
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.

Vocational or trade school training as a steamfitter or refrigeration mechanic will substitute year-for-year for the experience requirement for up to two years of the experience requirement.

Desired qualifications include:

• 06A Electrical License or Training Card.
• Universal CFC Recovery Certification.
• Skilled, journey-level experience in HVAC maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.
• Knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in mechanical trades and HVAC work.
• Principles of operation of HVAC systems.
• Occupational hazards and safety practices of the HVAC trade.
• Ability to read plans and blueprints for buildings, infrastructure systems, equipment, etc.
• Consult with supervisors and make recommendations about repairs/remodeling work needed.
• Operate standard office equipment (computer, telephone, copier, scanner, etc.).
• Ability to take action to learn and grow.
• Ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Compensation depends on qualifications or rules of promotion. Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment and to obtain/maintain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC) in order to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret-level security clearance. Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files. The processing of background checks can take up to six months post-employment. Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination. This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA).

Valid driver's license to drive in the State of Washington. Must meet requirements of the REAL ID Act. This is required for base access and will be required upon hire. Willingness to work on a Military Controlled Access Installation. Actual hours will start no earlier than 6:00 am and end no later than 6:00 pm and will include core business hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. This position is not eligible for telework. Upon activation of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) or Joint Field Office (JFO), incumbent may be required to work in an alternate location with rotating shifts, including weekends and evenings, in a highly stressful and fast-paced environment. Occasional statewide travel may be required up to 5% to include overnight stays.

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically via It is very important that the "Work Experience" and "Supplemental Questionnaire" portion of the application is completed in as much detail as possible. In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application: Contact details for a minimum of three (3) professional references. Please include at least two (2) past/current supervisors, one peer and/or subordinate, if applicable. For each reference include the following: Name, Professional Title, Working Relationship, Daytime Phone Number, Email Address. A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application. The Washington Military Department is an equal opportunity employer.